So, you’re getting married? Let me help you create a Ceremony that is personal, unique and memorable
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So, you’re getting married? Let me help you create a Ceremony that is personal, unique and memorable ~
If you are planning your big day and have decided that a place of worship is not your cup of tea, deciding to use a celebrant to enhance your ceremony, is the best decision you’ve made yet! (apart from marrying your partner that is!)
About Me
Hi, my name is Amy and I am from West Wiltshire, born and bred! I live near Trowbridge with my husband of almost 30 years. I have two children, now in their 20’s, who keep me on my toes!
I have always been excited about weddings as I just LOVE love. I love the magic of the day, getting all your important people together, getting dressed up and above all, the sentimentality of the occasion. Although new to this industry, I already know that I can bring something special to a couple’s big day. I am passionate, have a bubbly personality, enjoy getting to know people and their stories, have a keen attention to detail and never let anyone down. I am incredibly organised, thorough and will always give my 100%.
In my spare time you will find me enjoying a glass of wine with friends, walking across my local fields, travelling and exploring new destinations, keeping as fit as I can, organising get togethers, partaking in some DIY and gardening (not my strengths but great when it’s done!) and spending time with those I love.
My employment history has been somewhat varied. I have been a Childminder, Lead Teaching Assistant, 999 Control Centre staff for Wiltshire Police, Mental Health Clinical Administrator amongst other things. I am used to speaking in front of people, organising events and always inject humour wherever I can – I promise no Dad jokes!
What is an Independent Celebrant?
An Independent Celebrant brings a unique, meaningful element to your wedding. If having a religious ceremony isn’t for you then having an Independent Celebrant means that you can have your wedding ceremony anywhere you wish, include any cultural features, songs, poems, any particular religious components to make your ceremony yours and yours only.
Some ideas to help shape a memorable ceremony at your chosen location and to get you thinking are:
Start with a theme or tone
Decide whether you want lighthearted and playful, elegant and formal, or intimate and reflective. This will guide language, music, dress code, and decor.
Consider elements that may matter to you, such as travel, literature, nature, art, family traditions—and weave those through readings, vows, and symbolic elements.
Craft unique vows
Work with your celebrant to write vows that feel authentic. Include promises rooted in everyday life as well as big dreams.
Try prompts to get started: “I promise to…,” “I love you because…,” “I will support you when…,” “Together we will…”.
An Independent Celebrant isn’t qualified to legally marry you, this would need to be carried out by a registrar. They will go through the legal paperwork with you and you can make this as special as you wish. You will need to contact your local council and go through their official procedure, however, this can be done at any point that is convenient to you. The actual wedding is the fun bit where you get to share your commitment with those that are important to you, and enjoy a celebration of love.
The Process and Pricing
Once you have made the brilliant decision to use a Celebrant for your big day, and you are now looking at MY website, the next step would be for you to contact me so that we can have a chat and see if we are right for each other! We will talk a little bit about your journey and what you are hoping to achieve, along with suggestions from myself.
Now you have decided that I am the right person to share your stories and lead your ceremony, we will secure the date and make plans to get together in person or online in order to start planning the magic! The more information and stories you are willing to share, the more personal, fun and unique it will be for you, your guests and your memories.
At this point I would require £150 deposit to secure your day and that you are my priority around that period of time.
A couple of months before the big day I will start to write your script, I will send it to you for approval/amendment and ensure that all the details are correct. We will work together to craft something beautiful and memorable, assisting with your vows should you wish me to.
One month before your big day I would require the remaining balance of £550 and will secure the final script, which you are welcome to have a copy of after the big day.
On the run up to the day, I will keep in contact as much or little as required, and attend the wedding rehearsal should this be appropriate.
On the day I will attend the venue early to ensure everything is where it should be, check in with all the important people and that all is ready to go so that you do not have to worry about anything and just enjoy the moment.
Credit to Honeydewmoments photography
Frequently Asked Questions
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I will be with you from the first phone call until after the service. I will work with you on making sure that your ceremony includes everything you want it to and more. This will include many meetings or online video calls depending on your circumstances. Although a little time consuming when there is a lot going on, it is important I have enough information to create a fabulous script for your service. I will assist you with writing your vows, should you wish me to. I will attend the wedding rehearsal with you to ensure everything is in place for the big day. Ultimately I will guarantee that your service is special, lead the ceremony with confidence and ensure that you can be relaxed and as ready as possible.
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Because celebrants aren’t bound by any rules or regulations, we can do whatever you like! We can include songs, poems, cultural rituals, religious elements, anything that would make your ceremony personal and bespoke to you. The best thing….. we can hold this ceremony at a location that is important to you. From a garden to a boat, from hotel grounds to a village hall, there are no limits, just you, me and all your important people witnessing your love and commitment for each other.
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Sadly not. At present, celebrants cannot perform legal marriages. The legal requirements for a marriage are either conducted by a religious figure or by a registrar in a town hall. This is the technical/formal bit, like being given the keys for a new car but the excitement happens when you collect it.
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I LOVE love. I will happily marry anybody who is in love (fully support the LGBTQ community) and who want to share their commitment with their loved ones.
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I will write a ceremony that will last 30-40 minutes depending on how many aspects you would like included. The physical ceremony is THE most important part of your special day so cannot be rushed, however, you also want to avoid fidgety guests and them being keen to get to the bar. I will involve your guests where appropriate and make them feel important and engaged.
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Once we have had the initial chat and feel that we can work well together, we will seal the deal and book in the date. At this point I would request a deposit to secure this date and ensure it is all yours. Depending on how far in the future your big day is, I will slot in some times in both our diaries to get together and discuss the ceremony, what you would like to include and share all your juicy and relationship stories. I will be in regular contact nearer the big day and ensure you have approved the script. You can then invite me to the rehearsal whereby we can run through the finer details and positioning and be ready for the big day itself.
Testimonials
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Testimonials ~
‘Amy is reliable, organised and such fun to spend time with….qualities perfect for a celebrant and a perfect person to trust with your most special of days!’
~ Catherine A~
‘Amy is a wonderful celebrant, taking the time to listen to a couples relationship journey and important moments, using them to create a warm bespoke and touching ceremony. Her excellent organisation and warmth towards the families enables everyone to feel part of the event. Loved the hand-fasting!’
~ Joanna K ~
‘I’ve known Amy for over 20 years and she is one of the most trustworthy and dependable people I know.
She brings warmth, professionalism and real care to every occasion, with a natural gift for moments to feel personal and special. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a celebrant who truly goes the extra mile.’
~ Hayley K ~
